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| Real Estate Update: What's Ahead for the Market? | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:38:31 | |
When home and apartment sales slow, the design world feels the effects. High mortgage rates, a lack of inventory, and the sky-rocketing costs of homes and apartments have all had a devastating effect. But with the Federal Reserve seeming to indicate a lowering of rates soon, is all that about to change? Will that unleash a flood of buyers? Or will prices continue to rise and the nation’s housing shortage only worsen? Three real estate experts—Leslie Singer in New York City, Rochelle Atlas Maize of Los Angeles, and Amanda Pendleton of Zillow—weigh in on local and national markets, what they see ahead, and the amenities that luxury buyers are searching for now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is Hospitality Design Right for You? | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:44:02 | |
With the moribund real estate market prompting a slowdown in residential work, many designers are thinking about hospitality. But is expanding into hospitality or retail really a viable option? Are special skills required? What are the trends in hospitality design? And even more importantly, what are the pitfalls? Three top talents—Roger Thomas, Poonam Khanna, and Chad Dorsey—share their experiences in crafting restaurants, hotels, and retail spaces, reveal lessons they’re learned, and discuss how hospitality design differs from creating homes, but why it can be just as rewarding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Four Female Founders & What They've Learned in a Decade of Success | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:56:59 | |
To celebrate the 100th episode of the Chairish podcast, we reached out to four women who founded enterprises that have succeeded for a full decade. At a time when most new businesses fail, these women launched companies in highly competitive fields—fashion, beauty, interior design, and online sales—and not only survived but continue to thrive. When Rebecca Hessel Cohen founded her fashion line LoveShackFancy, she was told her feminine and flirtatious aesthetic would never sell. April Gargiulo of Vintner’s Daughter upended the skincare business with a single product. Charlotte Lucas pursued her love of interior design despite setbacks and self-doubt. And Anna Brockway, co-founder and president of Chairish, was told by bankers and venture capitalists that her curated approach to an online marketplace would never succeed. Here they discuss how they managed to simultaneously grow their families and build their businesses, reveal the sexism they faced and the challenges they overcame, and tell how their passions helped them to persevere, even as the business world continued to change around them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is there a Future for Custom Design? | 29 Apr 2020 | 00:51:43 | |
At a time when it was already becoming difficult to get clients to wait 12 to 16 weeks for custom pieces, how do you convince them to be patient in light of artisan slowdowns, shipping disruptions, and the shut-down of entire countries due to the Coronavirus crisis? Is the best worth the time and effort? How do you keep your artisans and workrooms busy and engaged? And what are the alternatives? Host Michael Boodro is joined by interior designers Madeline Stuart, Robert Stilin and Thad Hayes. In this episode, our guests tackle:
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| Design from a Distance: Working Remotely | 15 Apr 2020 | 00:58:16 | |
How can design proceed now that every detail—from presentations to orders to installations—needs to be done from a distance? How do you motivate your staff, reassure clients, and stay on top of your workrooms and artisans to make sure your workflow is flowing? Three top talents weigh in on what has worked for them in the past, the tools and processes they use, and how they have adapted to the new “remote” world: Atlanta designer Tish Mills, Courtney Coleman of Brockschmidt and Colman, with offices in New York and New Orleans, and New York-based fabric and interior designer Katie Leede. In this episode, our guests tackle:
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| Creativity During the Crisis | 01 Apr 2020 | 00:51:36 | |
On this episode of the Chairish Podcast, Anna Brockway, co-founder of Chairish; entrepreneur Peter Sallick, founder of the Design Leadership Network; and acclaimed designer Celerie Kemble join host Michael Boodro in discussing ways for design firms to navigate the coronavirus crisis, and how, by joining forces, the design world can survive the pandemic—and thrive in its aftermath. In this episode, our guests tackle:
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| The Designer's Guide to Social Media | 18 Mar 2020 | 01:05:11 | |
Get to know our social media savvy guests: Experienced designer Alyssa Kapito launched her design firm using Instagram. Kapito is known for restrained but sumptuous apartments, lofts, and beach houses, where she mixes classic vintage pieces, subdued palettes, and luxurious textures, and her work has been featured in numerous publications including Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and Vogue. She also has more than 150K followers on Instagram. For the past 23 years, Cara Woodhouse has been creating interiors with bold contemporary furnishings, texture-rich rugs, and colorful accents, bringing a sense of fun and energy to family living. Along with designing, she is also a brand ambassador for various companies and a social media influencer. She has more than 200K followers on Instagram. Skylar Frederick is the social media manager at Chairish, which has about 300K followers on Instagram. In this episode, our guests tackle:
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| Does PR Still Have an Impact? | 04 Mar 2020 | 00:42:51 | |
In today’s changing-by-the-minute media landscape, how do you get your firm’s projects published, viewed, and talked about? Does public relations still have an impact in this age of social media? Three veterans Elizabeth Blitzer, Sarah Boyd and Lauren Urband discuss the ins and out of PR, what they can do for a designer’s career—and when it might not be worth the investment. In this episode, we dive into:
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| Coping with Clients | 19 Feb 2020 | 00:43:13 | |
Today’s clients are ever more savvy and informed, but are they also more demanding, and difficult? What do clients want from designers, and how do you navigate their needs and desires? Host Michael Boodro is joined by renowned designers Sheila Bridges, Richard Mishaan and Josh Greene. In this episode, we find out how to deal with difficult clients and more:
Get to know our high-profile guests: Named “America’s Best Interior Designer” by CNN and Time Magazine, Sheila Bridges founded her own interior design firm, Sheila Bridges Design, in 1994. She recently launched her own product line originally based in French toile wallcoverings — called Toile de Jouy — that has expanded to include a variety of good home goods. Toile de Jouy motifs challenge some of the stereotypes about the African-American experience. Her work is embellished with thoughtful pieces and colors, and has landed her on the Architectural Digest 100 and Elle Decor’s A-List from 2011 to 2019. Owner of Richard Mishaan Design, Richard Mishaan holds more than three decades of experience in design, combining his knowledge of fashion, architecture, and interior design. He has crafted style ranging from urban to beachside in his distinctly layered and luxe, colorful style. One year ago, Josh Greene founded his own firm, Josh Greene Design, that focuses on creating stylish environments balancing functionality, warmth, and comfort. He has over 15 years of design experience and has been featured on publications such as the New York Times, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful. Discover the work of our marvelous guests, and find more tips:
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| Hitting The Wall: How Can Designers Confront A Blank Wall? | 05 Feb 2020 | 00:42:31 | |
If it’s not vast expanses of glass then it’s large expanses of white wall designers have to contend with. From multi-million dollar artworks to hand-painted wall coverings to hand-rubbed Venetian plaster, how can designers best confront a blank wall? Host Michael Boodro chats with designers Bella Mancini and Elena Frampton, as well as Phillip Jeffries CEO Jeffrey Bershad. What you can expect from this episode:
Get to know our chic guests: Bella Mancini is known for her charming and astute way of working with patterns and wallcoverings within her designs. She founded her firm, Bella Mancini Design, just two years after making her career shift from fashion PR and marketing to interior design. Elena Frampton is a talented designer and owner of interior design studio Frampton Co, which includes an art advisory service and locations in the Hamptons and New York City. Her studio uses dynamic, otherworldly palettes while also elevating artists and expanding access to their art. Jeffrey Bershad is the CEO of Phillip Jeffries, a wallcovering company that was started with just 10 grasscloths over 40 years ago by his father, and is now a preeminent global company. With an elevated focus on design, quality, and efficiency, Phillip Jeffries prides itself on ready-to-ship and custom solutions and has been featured in magazines including Luxe, California Home+Design, and Interior Design. During the episode, we mention these high-end wallpaper brands:
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| Showhouses: How Much Will They Cost You and Will They Pay Off? | 21 Jan 2020 | 00:51:19 | |
This episode on The Chairish Podcast we will look at the growing phenomenon of Showhouses. Why are there so many, who do they benefit, and do they really make a difference to a designer’s career? Guests include interior designers Neal Beckstedt and Young Huh, whose rooms at the Kips Bay Decorator Showhouse became hugely popular on social media, and publicist Christina Juarez, who has helped shape the careers of numerous designers and worked with many national brands. We mention these showhouses in the episode:
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| Success by the Yard | 21 Jan 2020 | 00:48:02 | |
Host Michael Boodro questions the conventional idea that fabric lines make designers rich: “Is it possible to have success by the yard?” Four fabric professionals with a range of perspectives — including Stephen Elrod and Brian Dicker from Kravet and Holland and Sherry respectively, and designers Lori Weitzner and James Huniford — gather to talk about how they made it in the fabric industry, and how they continue to look forward to the future of fabric. This episode we dive into:
Get to know our fabulous guests: Stephen Elrod is the executive vice president and creative director for Lee Jofa and Brunschwig & Fils. With close to three decades of experience, Stephen has led partnerships with various designers including another podcast guest, James Huniford, and most recently, Kelly Wearstler. President of Holland and Sherry, Brian Dicker drove the tailor-focused fabric company’s expansion into interior design. Holland and Sherry is now a prominent player in the interior design realm and has partnered with designers like Elizabeth Eakins, Muriel Brandolini, and Christopher Maya. Lori Weitzner is an independent fabric designer and the founder of Weitzner. Lori built her own textile company from the ground-up and later, successfully merged with Pollack. After 12 years as a business owner, Lory grown as a fabric designer and expanded into other areas of design. James (Ford) Huniford, is a renowned interior designer and founder of Huniford Design Studio. He has a fabric line with Kravet / Lee Jofa and has been featured in magazines such as Architectural Digest, W Magazine, and Vogue. Check out these further resources:
Connect with Chairish and our guests on Instagram: Chairish: @chairishco Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro Kravet: @kravetinc, @leejofa, and @brunschwigfils Holland & Sherry: @hollandandsherryinteriors Lori Weitzner: @loriweitzner James Huniford: @fordhuniford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Color(s) of the Year | 21 Jan 2020 | 00:44:32 | |
Each year major paint companies, Pantone, etc, announce their color of the year—and they are all different. What is the meaning of color trends, and do they have any importance? And how do certain colors become anointed—and is that a good thing? Should designers embrace or ignore color hype? Guests include designers Nick Olsen and Nicole Fuller, who are known for their innovative use of color and Martin Kesselman, a paint retailer and color consultant who recently created the “perfect” modern white for Farrow and Ball. You’ll love this episode if you’re interested in:
Get to know our guests: Nicole Fuller is an interior designer and owner of Nicole Fuller Interiors with offices in New York and Los Angeles. She is known for contrasting neutrals with bold color and pattern and has created a line of tile with Ann Sacks, wallpaper for Fromental, and various rug designs for The Rug Company. Currently she’s in the process of collaborating on a paint collection with fashion photographer Steven Klein for Farrow & Ball. After completing an architecture degree at Columbia, Nick Olsen shifted into interior design after working with Miles Redd. Nick launched his own firm, Nick Olsen Style, in 2010, and as Michael describes, is distinguished by the added charm, humor, and playfulness he adds to his designs. His work has been featured on the covers of Domino Magazine and World of Interiors. Martin Kesselman is an entrepreneur, interior designer, and color consultant. Martin owns his own paint shop in New York City, In Colour, which represents brands including Farrow & Ball, Benjamin Moore, Fine Paints of Europe, and Donald Kaufman Color. He has previously worked with many of these paint companies, and most recently developed a contemporary white with Farrow & Ball called Martin Kesselman White. Michael notes these 2020 Colors of the Year from paint brands:
Check out these go-to whites and off-whites:
Shades of gray our guests couldn’t get enough of:
Additional colors mentioned: Caliente by Benjamin Moore – a surprising choice of merlot for Color of the Year in 2018. Hague Blue by Farrow & Ball – Nicole mentions this blue when speaking about monochrome. For more resources, explore:
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| What Do Artisans Wish Designers Knew? | 25 Oct 2023 | 00:43:00 | |
One of the surest ways to add distinction and visual richness to any interior is to collaborate with artisans. Decorative painting, gilding, verre eglomisé, cast plaster, carvings and wood inlays are only a few of the many techniques that can personalize and glamorize projects. How can you work with artisans to expand your vision? And how do you find the talents to execute your design ideas? Three skilled artisans Cindy Simes, Jonas Everets, and Leah Beth Fishman—weigh in on what artisans bring to the table, how they are organizing to make it easier to find and collaborate with them, how they encourage the next generation of talents, and what they wish every designer knew. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Chairish Podcast: Coming Soon! | 03 Jan 2020 | 00:01:44 | |
Join host Michael Boodro for interviews and insights from the design world's top talent as they discuss the challenges of creativity today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Are We Maxed Out on Maximalism? | 11 Oct 2023 | 00:39:34 | |
Rooms that are richly layered, full of saturated colors, bold graphic patterns, and scenic wallpapers are all over social media and fill the pages of shelter magazines. Maximalist style is definitely here, as two new books chronicle. But is it here to stay? Three designers—Hillary Taylor, Matthew Carter, and Alexander Doherty—weigh in what elements of the trend they have adapted, why a theatrical approach is not always the best option, and what they see ahead. Could subtlety and softness be on the horizon? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Mary McDonald On Her Evolving Style | 27 Sep 2023 | 00:44:00 | |
Known for her exuberant blend of Hollywood glamor and restrained Parisian chic, Mary McDonald has become one of today's most sought-after interior designers. But her success goes far beyond the richly imagined, graphic, and colorful rooms that have made her a social media star and a favorite of shelter magazines. She also designs fabrics and wallpapers, rugs, lighting, and furniture. She’s even conquered television. In an exclusive interview, she talks about her early years in fashion, her love of drama and theatricality, where she finds inspiration, why she now considers herself a country girl, and why she always, always, loves a gimmick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Has Ralph Lauren Reshaped American Interior Design? | 13 Sep 2023 | 00:40:21 | |
On the 40th anniversary of Ralph Lauren Home, which is being celebrated with a lavish new book, three former RL staffers who went on to establish their own successful careers—Joy Moyler, Jenny Wolf, and Mark Cunningham—look at Ralph Lauren’s impact on two generations of American interior designers, their own memories of working for the company and what they learned, how the firm attracts and retains top-tier talent, and why Ralph Lauren’s multi-faceted dreams of the American home remain so potent and so powerful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Can Design Save a Historic American Town? | 30 Aug 2023 | 00:40:55 | |
When the historic town of Hudson, New York, fell on hard times decades ago, it was design that came to its rescue. A few influential dealers opened shop, and were followed by designers, artists, and creatives. Now the town is a hotbed of fine dining, chic boutique hotels, and an ever-increasing number of design shops. And the entire Hudson River Valley is undergoing a renaissance. But can the town and the region maintain the momentum? Three lovers of the region—dealer Hannah Khachadourian, designer Nick Olsen, and interiors photographer William Abranowicz—discuss the role design played in this remarkable turnaround and how the area can sustain this success without losing its character. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Should You Take Your Clients Shopping? | 16 Aug 2023 | 00:50:12 | |
Shopping with clients is always fraught. Can you take clients to showrooms and dealers without them beginning to view you as their personal shoppers? How do you make them see that the process is about creativity, not access, and that your job is not just to source furnishings and objects? And how has the interaction changed in the internet era? Three designers from across the country—Martha Mulholland, Kesha Franklin, and Katie Davis— weigh in on when and why they take their clients into the design marketplace. and the price you may have to pay if you decide not to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Christopher Spitzmiller on Lighting Up Tradition | 02 Aug 2023 | 00:40:28 | |
Christopher Spitzmiller’s gleaming and boldly colorful lamps can be found in some of the most distinguished homes in America—and in virtually every shelter magazine. In an exclusive interview, he tells how he overcame his dyslexia by turning to pottery and how he became a designer favorite, updating traditional techniques and classic forms for a new generation. He also discusses his evolution into a social media maestro with his posts about his house and garden at Clove Brook Farm, why he feels the current “maker-moment,” is here to stay, and why he is optimistic that respect for craft and the hand-made object is only going to increase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How is The History of Design Crucial To Its Future? | 19 Jul 2023 | 00:46:08 | |
Designers have always looked to the past for ideas—but there is so much design history to choose from! What styles and periods remain relevant? What still works even though modern life has undergone so many dramatic changes? What’s ready for a revival and what remains hopelessly dated, never to rise again from the dustbins of history? Two young designers—Noz Nozawa and Dan Mazzarini—and historian Emily Evans Eerdmans weigh in on why a knowledge of the past remains crucial, which periods they love and which they would rather forget, and why even 18th-century bows, cuckoo clocks, and folk art quilts are ripe for reinterpretation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 2023 Real Estate Update: What Every Designer Needs to Know | 05 Jul 2023 | 00:49:06 | |
Real estate and interior design are intimately connected. When mortgage rates went up, sales slowed down, and we heard the first rumblings that the two-year design binge during the pandemic might be coming to an end. So what happens now? Three real estate professionals—Leonard Steinberg of Compass, Amanda Pendleton of Zillow, and global luxury expert Mickey Alam Khan—weigh in on what they see ahead for sales and rentals, why they feel buyers and sellers are ready to accept a “new normal,” why there’s no easy solution to housing’s affordability crisis, and the many reasons the interior design industry has to be optimistic about what’s ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Has Social Media Replaced PR? | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:45:45 | |
How does a designer get their work seen and attract new clients? The power of print media has declined while, thanks to social media, every designer can easily put their work out into the world. But how do you stand out amid the daily flood of content? Is there still a role for public relations? Three PR and marketing pros—Sarah Burningham, Roxanne Hanna, and Sarah Boyd—discuss how they navigate the on-going upheavals in the worlds of online and print media, what it takes to successfully guide their clients in everything from creating web sites and Tik-Tok videos to launching major designer books, and why their roles are likely to become only more important. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why Is Kitchen Design Changing So Dramatically? | 21 Jun 2023 | 00:43:25 | |
The kitchen is the heart of the American home—and the hardest working room in the house. But it is also an ever more important canvas for creativity and style. Three kitchen-design experts—Barbara Sallick, Matthew Quinn, and Sophie Donelson—weigh in on why kitchens are more crucial than ever, evaluate all the latest trends, and reveal why efficiency is over-rated and why an old-fashioned table lamp may be the most innovative kitchen appliance of all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Summer Entertaining 2023—What’s Trending, What’s Timeless | 07 Jun 2023 | 00:43:30 | |
Summer is the best season for entertaining, whether bringing together family and friends for a casual lunch or an over-the-top wedding. But entertaining can be stressful. Is the food you serve au courant? Is your table-setting up to snuff? Will your party prove Instagram worthy? Three party planners extraordinaire—Lulu Powers, Bronson van Wyck, and Tara Guerard— talk about what’s new in summer entertaining, what’s timeless, and what you should never worry about. Recounting their biggest disasters and their most inventive solutions, they share how to bring a splash of style to every summer gathering—from hauling out the sterling to preparing colorful flavored ice cubes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Putting Creativity First—How to Avoid Burnout | 24 May 2023 | 00:40:23 | |
It’s not easy to run a business, but interior design can be more difficult than most. On top of coping with the day-to-day issues—from screwed-up deliveries to overbooked artisans to indecisive clients—designers are expected to be constantly creative, nourishing their visions and endlessly coming up with clever solutions. No wonder creative burnout is an issue. Three top designers—Nina Magen, Liz Caan, and Rayman Boozer—tell how they remain creative in the face of all sorts of distractions and stresses, how they structure their staff to allow them to focus on design, and the tricks and techniques they use—from meditation to travel to simply going for a walk—to avoid becoming overwhelmed and to remain creatively engaged. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Keeping History Alive: How Two Storied Houses Stay Relevant | 10 May 2023 | 00:38:40 | |
How do you keep a historic brand from ending up on the dust-heap of history? Two heritage fabric houses with storied pasts show how it’s done. Morris and Co, founded in 1861 by William Morris, the brilliant British designer and social reformer, and Braquenié, a favorite of Marie Antoinette now celebrating its bicentennial, have managed to remain as relevant and as sought-after today as when they were founded. Jessica Clayworth, lead designer of Morris & Co, and Patrick Frey, head of Pierre Frey which owns Braquenié, discuss how they respect the past while staying relevant, what new directions they can pursue without losing authenticity, and why the product always comes before the brand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Alex Papachristidis on Why Old-School Decorating Will Never Go Out of Style | 26 Apr 2023 | 00:34:25 | |
New York designer Alex Papachristidis creates interiors that are traditional but never old-fashioned, bringing new energy to the old-school traditions of decorating. He deftly mixes bold patterns and jewel-tone colors, rare antiques and contemporary designs, to create homes that are lush but modern, elegant but exuberant. In an exclusive interview, the larger-than-life designer tells how a friend’s advice changed his life, why understanding his clients is crucial, why he never wants to repeat himself, and why he never ceases in his quest for beauty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What Does A Lighting Designer Do? | 12 Apr 2023 | 00:41:07 | |
Lighting is one of the most important—and most amorphous—elements of design. It affects everything we see and has a big impact on how we feel. Yet lighting design is too often misunderstood—or completely overlooked. Two professional lighting designers, Nathan Orsman and Stephen Bernstein, share why they consider themselves the back-up dancers of design, how LEDs have transformed the world and changed the color of light, and why, when it comes to outdoor lighting, a little goes a long way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is There a Future for Craftsmen and Artisans? | 29 Mar 2023 | 00:46:19 | |
It’s a common complaint among designers that it is nearly impossible to find skilled artisans and craftspeople. Why is there such a shortage, and what can designers do to inspire more young people to work with their hands? Three outstanding practitioners—decorative painter Caroline Lizarraga, floor painter Chris Pearson, and upholsterer Luther Quintana—weigh in on how they learned their craft, and how they find and train staff to keep up with demand. They discuss the ways social media has transformed the artisan community and reveal why you just might find your next talented team member at the local carwash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Should You Work with an Art Advisor? | 15 Mar 2023 | 00:48:38 | |
Good art is essential to a great room. But the art world is strange and intimidating, the art market seems to reach new heights every year, and art fairs are overwhelming and bewildering. How do you navigate all this to find works that your clients will love and are worth the often-considerable investment? Two art advisors, Laura Solomon and Andrea Feldman Falcione, explain how they guide designers and clients through the morass, why not working with an advisor can be a designer’s biggest mistake, and why sometimes a lack knowledge about art can be a client’s greatest strength. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Crafting the New Closet: Why Glamour and Luxury Are Essential | 01 Mar 2023 | 00:50:25 | |
Proper organization and storage are crucial to any successful home. But storage has gone far beyond the utilitarian. Luxury closets have become potent fantasies for clients and stars on social media. Creating spaces for everything from an array of Hermès handbags to a hand-made carbon fiber bicycle is an opportunity for designers to dazzle their clients—or disappoint them. How can you satisfy the demand for luxury organization? Three closet designers—Lisa Adams, Melanie Charlton Fowler, and Maria Castro—reveal their secrets for transforming overlooked spaces into useful assets, ingenious ways to upgrade existing storage spaces, and why closets are quickly becoming the most glamorous room in the house. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Collaborating as a Couple — How Do You Bring Out The Best in Each Other Creatively? | 15 Feb 2023 | 00:45:16 | |
The collaboration between architect and interior designer is crucial. At its best, it can push both to new heights. But creative differences, miscommunications, budget disputes, and client conflicts can all complicate this intense working relationship. And how much more fraught is it when the architect is married to the designer? Architect Peter Pennoyer and designer Katie Ridder, a couple who often collaborate, discuss the importance of clarity and communication, how valuable it can be to see a challenge through a different set of eyes, how they minimize mistakes, and why you should never make the client a mediator between two creative visions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Behind the Lens with Douglas Friedman | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:43:55 | |
Douglas Friedman is one of today’s most successful photographers of interiors and is a style setter in his own right, with a huge following on social media. His work has appeared in virtually every major shelter magazine, and he is also known for his fashion photography and portraiture. Douglas has an extensive knowledge of design history, has worked with virtually every top decorator and stylist, and is almost as well known for his wit and charm as for his talent. In this exclusive one-on-one interview, Douglas talks about his career, how the role of the photographer has been amplified by social media, and some of the lessons he’s learned working with today’s top design talents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Year Ahead: Trends to Banish, Trends to Embrace | 01 Feb 2023 | 00:46:41 | |
Trends are inevitable. If anything, the pace of what’s in and what’s out seems only to accelerate. It’s harder than ever to keep up—and to distinguish the best of what’s new. Shannon Wollack and Brittany Zwickl of LA-based Studio Life/Style, and San Francisco designer Jonathan Rachman joins Chairish's VP of Merchandising, Noel Fahden, to look at the trends likely to shape interior design in the year ahead. Is this the year when open floor plans and open-shelved kitchens lose their appeal? Will granny chic reign? Will bouclé be banished? Is terracotta the next color obsession? The experts weigh in and reveal why there’s likely to be a floor lamp or a footstool in your future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Creating Retail Magic: The Chairish Art Gallery at Bergdorf Goodman | 18 Jan 2023 | 00:37:35 | |
No other store in New York is as glamorous and fashion-forward as Bergdorf Goodman. And Bergdorf’s seventh floor features the ultimate high-style home store, a long-time favorite of designers. Now, as Bergdorf’s unveils the new Chairish Art Gallery, Anna Brockway, co-founder and president of Chairish, joins Bergdorf’s Andrew Mandell to talk about how this exclusive collaboration came about; how Bergdorf’s keeps its home floor fresh and exciting; and what these two retail powerhouses see ahead for home design and the future of shopping. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How Do You Keep Mistakes and Fiascos From Hurting Your Business? | 11 Jan 2023 | 00:40:44 | |
Every design project has its problems. But then there are the major disasters. How do you cope with fiascos ranging from monthslong delays and damaged deliveries to rejected custom pieces and recalcitrant contractors? Who bears the burdens and costs? How do you minimize mistakes and keep your team motivated in the face of major setbacks? Designers Heidi Caillier, Keita Turner, and Crystal Sinclair share how they have faced—and faced down—all sorts of dilemmas, why trust and transparency are crucial and finger-pointing is useless, and why it is always best to get it in writing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jonathan Adler on Pottery, His Passions, and the Crucial Importance of Charm | 28 Dec 2022 | 00:43:18 | |
After starting out as a humble potter, Jonathan Adler has grown to become a well- established design force, with his signature witty and colorful touch evident in everything from vases and pillows to furnishings, accessories, homes, and hotels. Yet he still has his hands in the mud. Here he tells of his amazing rise; why, despite his love for design history, he has always considered himself a design outsider; how he was influenced by fashion; why Madonna remains his muse; and the challenges he faces in bringing wit and charm to interiors and product design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What Makes Toronto Such a Design Destination? | 14 Dec 2022 | 00:45:13 | |
Toronto is one of the fastest growing cities in North America—and one of the most stylish. Three designers based in the city—Colette Van den Thillart, Cynthia Ferguson, and Louise MacDonald—weigh in on why they love Toronto, how its many different neighborhoods shape their work, and the increasing sophistication of their clients. But they also address the unique problems—from shipping complications to import duties to the reams of required paperwork— that can make working in Canada so challenging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Michael Boodro On His Career, Podcasting and Everything In Between | 01 Dec 2022 | 00:54:30 | |
To celebrate our 75th episode, we decided to flip the script! Chairish’s co-founder and president Anna Brockway sat down with the esteemed host of The Chairish Podcast, Michael Boodro to discuss how he got his start and how he became one of the design world's most successful and beloved editors. In this exclusive interview, he takes us back to his beginnings in the publishing world, what it was really like as editor-in-chief of Elle Decor, how he worked alongside powerhouse names like Anna Wintour and Martha Stewart and how he landed in the world of podcasting. Tune in to hear the surprising lessons he's carried through the years and what he's learned along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jean-Louis Deniot on the Practicality Behind French Glamour | 16 Nov 2022 | 00:37:33 | |
For two decades, Jean-Louis Deniot has brought a cool, contemporary edge to French glamour, and endowed projects around the globe with his unique French accent. His work is lush but never overdone, contemporary but always inclusive of the past, and bold yet always comfortable. In this exclusive interview he tells why he always looks first for the flaws in any project, how important it is for a designer to abandon any pre-conceived ideas, why he believes that luxury and sustainable design are compatible, and shares his strategy for enticing clients to go far beyond their initial vision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How Jamie Drake and Caleb Anderson Are Redefining the Idea of Luxury | 19 Oct 2022 | 00:39:38 | |
When Jamie Drake, one of New York’s most successful and beloved designers, announced seven years ago that he was forming a partnership with Caleb Anderson, the impact was immediate. The firm has expanded without losing any of its characteristic verve, color, or luxe, and maintaining its quality and status. In this episode, the partners discuss how they work together, why their strengths are compatible, what they see ahead, and how sustainability and wellness are already reshaping the very idea of luxury. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Updating Tradition the British Way | 05 Oct 2022 | 00:41:30 | |
Americans have long looked to British homes for inspiration. But for a young British designer, can the weight of history sometimes seem too much? How do you update tradition so that it remains relevant and works for realms far beyond the grand country house? The principals of two rising British design firms—Bunny Turner and Emma Pocock of Turner Pocock and Mary Graham and Nicole Salvesen of Salvesen Graham—reveal how their backgrounds shaped their sense of design, why color, pattern, and handcrafted details are crucial to their visions, how they sometimes find inspiration in the work of American designers, and why quality and comfort remain the hallmarks of British design, no matter what the century. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| In With The Old: Why Vintage Furniture is The New New | 21 Sep 2022 | 00:50:36 | |
As with so much else, the pandemic had a huge impact on the vintage market and changed what and how people purchased items for their homes. As any stigma about buying used furnishings diminished, and as awareness of the importance of sustainability increased, vintage items became more sought after than ever. With Chairish about to issue its second status report on the state of the resale market, three experts—interior designer Laura Hodges, vintage dealer Stephanie Schofield, and Anna Brockway, co-founder and president of Chairish—size up the vintage market today, report on changed attitudes, discuss the shortage of artisans and craftsmen that limits the viability of many vintage pieces, and reveal what they feel is most likely to be sought after in the months ahead—everything from games table to wicker and bamboo to all things blue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How Smart Does a Home Need to Be? | 07 May 2024 | 00:41:44 | |
Technology has invaded every aspect of the home. Now even our refrigerators and doorbells are smart. But do we really need wi-fi enabled musical showerheads? How do you keep your clients’ homes up to date without succumbing to short-lived fads? What tech is essential—and what’s soon to be antiquated? Designers Beth Dotolo and Cynthia Ferguson and architect Charles Hilton weigh in on what tech is essential, what they steer clear of, why geo-thermal construction and electric car chargers are here to stay, and why smart gyms and golf simulators may be the next hot accessories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Thomas O’Brien on Transforming a Personal Vision into a National Brand | 07 Sep 2022 | 00:47:52 | |
Thomas O’Brien is not only a hugely influential interior designer, but since the founding of his firm, Aero Studios, in 1992, he has been a merchant and shopkeeper, and has designed numerous successful lines of furnishings for a range of companies. From faucets to furniture, towels to tableware, he seems to have designed it all. Here, he tells of his early years in New York working for Mario Buatta and Ralph Lauren; how his passion for design history, his love of New York City, and his skill at shopping have all equally shaped his vision; why movies of the 1930s and ‘40s still inspire him; and why he feels that, even as design trends come and go, vintage will always have value. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Does To-The-Trade Have a Future? | 24 Aug 2022 | 00:44:29 | |
In an era where the internet has made virtually everything available to anyone with a click, and when social media has revealed design to be a passion for multitudes, what does To-the-Trade mean anymore? Does it matter if a product is exclusive to designers or does the world of custom orders, long lead times, and the mysteries of net versus list pricing simply confuse clients? And what is the role of a design center in an all-access world? Three people who know the ins-and-out of To the Trade—David Sutherland, founder of Sutherland Furniture and Perennials, Katie Miner, general manager of the Atlanta design center ADAC, and Los Angeles designer Joe Lucas, owner of the showroom Harbinger, discuss the validity of exclusivity today, why markups and billing are evolving, how showrooms can foster creativity and fuel desire, and why they feel that no matter how commerce changes, there will always be a To-the-Trade market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Dirt on the New American Garden | 10 Aug 2022 | 00:49:57 | |
With the pandemic shutdown, the interest in gardens seemed to skyrocket. Did this mark a significant and permanent change in how we approach nature? Will the garden become a place to be lived in and not just looked at? Do concerns about the environment and climate change affect how people interact with their own outdoor spaces? Landscape designer Edmund Hollander and garden writer Catie Marron discuss the connection between house and garden, the importance of gardens and parks for solace and serenity, how to help clients achieve their outdoor dreams, why clover is no longer considered a weed, and why vegetable gardens may be the status symbol of the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Can Designers and Architects Ever Get Along? | 27 Jul 2022 | 00:53:25 | |
When an architect and a designer collaborate, the results can be greater than either of them, or the clients, expected. But it can also be a difficult relationship, with clashing visions, disputed budgets, and creative misunderstandings. Two top talents—architect Gil Schafer and interior designer David Netto—discuss the success of their past collaborations, why a shared vision is important but different perspectives can be even more powerful, how to turn inevitable friction points into creative opportunities, and why window treatments and mantels so often become bones of contention. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||